I’ve been on a banana kick lately. I just can’t get enough of them. Does that ever happen to you? I. Crave. Bananas! Banana bread. Vana-rama Smoothie. Banana and Greek Yogurt. So, when I discovered Nothing But Banana, Flattened at … Continue reading
Category Archives: Snacks
Gluten Free, Dairy Free Spinach Dip
Do you have friends or co-workers with those challenging dietary restrictions… like gluten free, dairy free, raw foods only, vegan? Ever wonder what to take to a work party or social event that everyone can eat? Well, here it is… … Continue reading
Bob’s Red Mill Hearty Whole Grain Bread Mix
Caroline is gluten- and dairy-intolerant. I am not. But when I needed a quick and filling lunch on-the-go yesterday, she served me the most delicious, hearty, crunchy bread that is both gluten- and dairy-free. Instead of wheat flour, it’s made … Continue reading
Curry Turkey Salad Sliders
Happy post-Thanksgiving eating, everyone. Yes, it’s time for leftovers and a trip to the gym. But first a HUGE congratulations to WSU for wining the Apple Cup yesterday. After 8 straight loses, the season ended on a positive note and … Continue reading
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
I forgot to mention pumpkin carving in my last post: Spooky Halloween Treats. No, I didn’t. I was listing the things I like about Halloween, and pumpkin carving is not one of them. I enjoy getting the viral messages with … Continue reading
Cheddar Cornmeal Crackers
Cheddar Cornmeal Crackers Print Recipe type: Appetizer Author: A Passionate Plate Serves: 10-12 Ingredients 1½ cups flour ½ cup cornmeal 1 tsp sugar 1 tsp salt ½ tsp cayenne pepper ½ tsp baking soda ½ cup butter, cold, cut … Continue reading
Parmesan Thyme Crackers
Parmesan Thyme Crackers 5.0 from 2 reviews Print Recipe type: Appetizer Author: A Passionate Plate Serves: 12 Keep this dough in your freezer for a quick and special treat when a friend stops by for a glass of wine! Ingredients … Continue reading
Springtime Hummus with Artichoke and Lemon
My lovely friend, Cara, recently took a fabulous family vacation to Italy. Her kids are SO lucky! I’m lucky, too, because she brought back some of the most delicious Extra Virgin Olive Oil and she was kind enough to share … Continue reading
Ski Weekend Power Bars
Today is a day I look forward to all year… it’s the start of our annual Girls Weekend Ski Trip. This year we’re staying in the Cascades near Stevens Pass at a 100-year-old historic farmstead – complete with horses … Continue reading
Kale, Banana and Apple Smoothie
We were at the store last night and I said to Toby, “I need to get some kale”. He demanded to know what I needed it for, as if I was going to sneak it into something and not … Continue reading
Antioxidant Protein Smoothie
I received an interesting fortune in my cookie yesterday. It read, “Your place in the path of life is in the driver’s seat.” I say interesting because it directly relates to a conversation Mary and I had this week regarding … Continue reading


















